amandel — meaning in English

English meaning

• almond noun The edible seed of the almond tree, eaten as a nut, or the tree itself.
• tonsil noun Ellipsis of palatine tonsil.

Senses

amandel is used for these senses in English:

• adenoid (symptom) an abnormally enlarged mass of lymphatic tissue at the back of the pharynx, often obstructing the nasal and ear passages and hindering speaking and breathing in young children.
• almond Other plants that produce almond-like nuts:
• tonsil (anatomy, immunology) Ellipsis of palatine tonsil.

almond — full definition

1. noun The edible seed of the almond tree, eaten as a nut, or the tree itself.
2. noun A pale creamy-white or light brown colour, named after the nut.

tonsil — full definition

1. noun Ellipsis of palatine tonsil.
2. noun Any of various small masses of lymphoid tissues.

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